One Website, One Tree:

Growing Digital Sustainability At Marzipan, we’ve always believed that sustainable web design isn’t just about writing cleaner code or choosing green hosting—it’s about making a genuine, measurable impact on the planet. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our newest commitment: for every website we build, we’ll plant one tree through Carbon Neutral’s Yarra Yarra Biodiversity […]
How to Start a Web Design Agency: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to start a web design agency with this step-by-step guide, covering essential actions to build a successful business.
The Climate Crisis Communication Challenge:

Fossil Fuel Marketing: Why Sydney Agencies Must Choose Sides As members of the global Clean Creatives community, we’ve witnessed firsthand the growing tension between scientific consensus and industry practice. The recent approval of Woodside Energy’s North West Shelf project extension until 2070 serves as a stark reminder that while the world burns, some still choose […]
The AI Shortcut: Reflections on Work, Research and What Might Be Lost

When I started building websites, the equation was beautifully simple. People needed websites. I could make them. They paid me. Sorted. Now there’s a AI shortcut being dangled at almost every turn. Is it a golden era of sustainable web design or are we edging into the abyss? Let me be clear, I love AI. […]
Marzipan: The Rebuild Story

TL;DR I rebuilt my agency website from the ground up. It took me over 8 weeks, two existential crises, 200+ questions to Lovable, numerous false starts with static generators, one contact component meltdown, and more conversations about redirects than I care to admit. But I made it (mostly). This is the full, unfiltered story—from nervous […]
What Is Sustainable Web Design?

Table of Contents What Is Sustainable Web Design? Why Sustainable Web Design Matters in 2025 The 5 Key Ingredients of Sustainable Web Design How to Measure Your Website’s Carbon Footprint Business Benefits of Sustainable Web Design Real-World Case Studies Your Action Plan: Getting Started Frequently Asked Questions TL;DR – What Is Sustainable Web Design? Sustainable […]
5 Tips to Smash Your Online Goals in 2025

As business owners, it’s crucial to keep up with the latest tools and digital marketing trends to smash your online goals. At Marzian we’re more than just Digital Content Creators, we’re your online success partners ready to make you shine online. so, whether you’re a startup or an SME, here are five tech-driven strategies that […]
The Complete Guide to Web Design in Sydney:
What You Need to Know At the risk of stating the obvious, having a well-designed website is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity. Sydney businesses, large and small, are recognising the importance of a website that not only looks good but also functions flawlessly. But with so many options available, how do you navigate […]
Winter Reading Recommendations

It’s rare we get to sit down and enjoy a good book or two these days. We’re not going to lie, parenthood and running a business online are quite demanding. But in the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s super important to carve out some time to dive into a good book. I […]
The Future of Web Design

Our Favourite Sustainability Trends to Watch Our sustainable web design business strategy is directly aligned to our favourite of the United Nations Goals (UNSDG’s). Goals that we feel we can directly influence in a positive way for a better world. We continue to invest in sustainable web design and digital marketing for our clients and […]